Caregiver for the Elderly in Facility
About The Position
The Chateau of Long Beach, a large assisted living facility serving the elderly community (ages 59+) in Long Beach, California, is seeking compassionate and dependable Caregivers and Medication Technicians. The role supports residents in a fast-paced environment, and training is available for applicants without prior experience. Full-time and part-time positions are available across morning, evening, and overnight shifts. Caregivers assist residents with activities of daily living, provide respectful and ethical care, communicate changes or concerns to residents’ families and the Wellness Coordinator, and coordinate with medical professionals. The role also includes scheduling residents’ doctor appointments, documenting care and communications, logging medications, maintaining records, completing paperwork, and helping ensure residents’ safety, comfort, independence, and engagement. Applicants must be able to pass a DOJ/FBI Live Scan criminal background clearance, a pre-employment physical, and TB testing. A high school diploma or GED is required. Caregiving and medication-administration experience is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Able to pass the DOJ/FBI Live Scan criminal background clearance mandated by licensing.
- Able to pass a pre-employment physical and TB test clearance.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Compassionate and dependable, with a passion for helping the elderly.
- Caregiving and medication-administration experience preferred; no experience is required, and training is available.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in caregiving.
- Experience in medical administration.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily assignments and residents’ activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Provide ethical and respectful care to residents.
- Document care and communicate with physicians and/or other medical professionals.
- Schedule residents’ doctor appointments.
- Work with medical professionals to help reduce residents’ pain and promote engagement and independence.
- Maintain composure during emergencies and maintain a safe work environment.
- Communicate clearly and calmly with residents, families, and the Wellness Coordinator about changes or resident concerns.
- Complete outstanding daily paperwork, including filing, medication logging, and centrally stored records.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by Administration.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for full-time employees.
- 401(k) matching.
- Accrued paid time off and sick pay.
- Loyalty bonuses.
- Competitive wages.
- Paid training.
- Growth opportunities.
- Bonus and incentive programs.
- $500 sign-on bonus, conditions apply.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
